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November 2013

The best tech holiday gifts

The quest for that perfect gift takes some of us longer than others, especially when it comes to technology.

See below for some suggestions based on price of the hottest things going for gizmo-loving guys and girls.

We hope these suggestions, our gift to you, will take some of the guesswork out of finding the right gift for your special someone.

LT Streaming Player

Who makes it: Roku
What it costs: $50
What it does: The Roku LT Streaming Player has all the essentials you need to enjoy 1,000+ channels of movies, TV shows, live sports and more, all in 720p HD. Enjoy Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, and much more. Works with virtually any TV, includes built-in wireless and sets up in minutes

Yeti USB Microphone

Who makes it: Blue Microphones
What it costs: $150
What it does: The Yeti is the ultimate tool for creating amazing recordings, directly to your computer. It can capture anything with a clarity and ease unheard of in a USB microphone. There are no drivers to install; simply plug the Yeti into your Mac or PC, load up your favorite recording software, and record something amazing.

Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II Digital Camera

Who makes it: Sony
What it costs: $750
What it does: Capture every exquisite detail with the compact Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. You’ll enjoy extraordinary light sensitivity, breathtaking image quality and beautiful background defocusing, thanks to a newly developed 1-inch back-illuminated CMOS sensor and f1.8 lens. Active three-way stabilization results in more stable videos even at long focal lengths.

Chromebook Pixel

Who makes it: Google
What it costs: $1,299-$1,449
What it does: Google’s first laptop is a beauty. Built from aluminum alloy, the slim Chromebook Pixel features a 12.85-inch touchscreen, Core i5 process and 32 or 64 gigabytes of solid-state storage. Boots in seconds and stays fast, and requires almost zero setup and maintenance.

4-IN-1 iPhone Photo Lens

Who makes it: Olloclip
What it costs: $70
What it does: The Olloclip 4-IN-1 is a quick-connect lens solution for the iPhone that includes a fisheye, wide-angle and two macro lenses in one small, convenient package that easily fits in your pocket. It connects to your iPhone within seconds and works with all your favorite apps in photo and video mode.

Revo Wireless Headphones

Who makes it: Jabra
What it costs: $250
What it does: The Revo is a lightweight wireless headphone set built with NFC (near-field communications) for easy Bluetooth pairing. Adjust the volume and skip tracks by just touching the earcups. A built-in microphone is also included for taking calls.

Picture Dictionary App, Second Edition

Who makes it: Oxford
What it costs: $10
What it does: The Oxford Picture Dictionary app provides instant access, anytime and anywhere. Introduce students to 4,000 terms, organized into 12 thematic units, including Everyday Language, People, Housing, Food and Recreation, and more. Each unit includes phrases and expressions from everyday life that help put words and images in context.